
Cheap Homes for Rent in Arlington County, VA from $1,200 (61 Rentals)
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2025 N Stafford St

2712 1st St S

644 S Illinois St

1114 N Taylor St, Unit B

1955 N Cleveland St

1912 S Glebe Rd

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341

214 N George Mason Dr

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 601
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1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 1122

2030 N Adams St

1111 Arlington Blvd, Unit 210

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 610

1011 Arlington Blvd, Unit 925

4124 Lee Hwy

4500 S Four Mile Run Dr

1011 Arlington Blvd

1500 S George Mason Dr

5214 8th Rd S, Unit 4
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1111 Arlington, Unit 636

3719 S Kemper Rd

2634 Langston Blvd.

3007 S Buchanan St

720 North Monroe Street, Unit 5

4201 Cherry Hill Rd, Unit Stoneridge

4635 20th Rd N

2603 Arlington Blvd

989 S Buchanan St, Unit 223

1121 ARLINGTON, Unit 422
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1900 S Randolph St

142 N Bedford St

24 S Old Glebe Rd

1817 Queens Ln, Unit 2161

710 22nd St S, Unit 4

2983 Columbus St S

1720 Queens Ln

1401 S Greenbrier St

4118 18th Rd N

2016 N Adams St, Unit 304
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3000 Spout Run Pkwy

1200 S Arlington Ridge Rd

1121 Arlington Blvd, Unit 820

1100 S Barton St

1222 N Meade St, Unit Es203

1303 S Walter Reed Dr

4111 18th Rd N

1221 S Eads St, Unit 01-0504

1011 Arlington Blvd, Unit 1108

1200 S Arlington Ridge Rd, Unit 714
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Arlington County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Arlington County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,914 | $1,450 | $5,750 |
| Arlington County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,246 | $1,250 | $6,000 |
| Arlington County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,202 | $1,250 | $7,500 |
| Arlington County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,693 | $4,875 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,690 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Arlington County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Larkspur in the Maywood neighborhood priced from $1,093. The Square at 511 Apartments in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,093 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Arna Marbella | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| National Landing | 1009 | 4BR,2BA | $1,170 |
| Key Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,356 |
| Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,441 |
| Ashtons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Crystal House | S15 WF 50 | Studio,1BA | $1,467 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington County, VA
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington County area is the $2.16 price per square foot 3 Bedroom - 2 Bath | C01 Model at London Normandy House in the in the Maywood neighborhood starting from $4,317. The second greatest value Arlington County apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Arna Valley View Apartments starting at $2,425 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Normandy House | 3 Bedroom - 2 Bath | C01 | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Arna Valley View Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Parc Rosslyn Apartments | Tennyson | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Colonial Village West | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| The Fields of Arlington | A4a | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington County
What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington County?
There are currently 716 Apartments for Rent in Arlington County, VA with pricing that ranges from $838 to $28,580. There are also 323 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington County ranging from $1,250 to $11,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arlington County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arlington County ranges from $1,250 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,698.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Arlington County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arlington County range from $1,126 to $28,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.
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